25CUPE81 HVAC Mechanic Various Locations

Job Code: 25CUPE81

Canadian Union of Public Employees

CAREER OPPORTUNITY:

HVAC MECHANIC

ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35000 students attending a variety of programs across 66 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin Wellington and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit the Six Nations of the Grand River and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Maintenance team in the capacity of HVAC Mechanic This is a permanent full-time position to commence January 5 2026.

Location: Assignments to all schools/locations maintained by the UGDSB.

Hours of work/FTE : 1.0 FTE; 40 hours per week

Rate of Pay : Base Hourly rate: $39.12 per hour (probationary rate) $41.62 per hour (permanent rate); wage rate effective September 1 2025

*Labour market adjustment of 3.1% to be applied to base hourly rate; hourly probationary rate inclusive of market adjustment is $40.33 per hour hourly permanent rate inclusive of market adjustment is $42.91 per hour; wage rate effective September 1 2025

*adjustment may fluctuate based on local market

Board Information: 12 months; permanent full-time; Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)

Responsibilities:

• Perform the complete maintenance repair overhaul or replacement and installation of the HVAC equipment including: Electric or gas-fired HVAC equipment; pneumatic electric and electronic controls within buildings; portable classroom heating/cooling ventilation units building operation equipment (i.e. pumps fans shafts bearings heating coils and including any gas welding required) including maintenance and service of boilers
• Perform annual inspections as per the UGDSB Preventative Maintenance Program
• Troubleshooting of HVAC-related problems
• Coordinate with other Maintenance Staff and contractors on repairs and PM service work
• Repairs to various refrigerated equipment in our schools (i.e. coolers walk-in freezers etc.)
• Reads complex blueprints piping sketches schematics and wiring diagrams
• Maintain electronic/pneumatic testing equipment
• Performs brazing soldering pipefitting welding and fabrication
• Advise on problems installing and repairing HVAC equipment and systems
• Develops and establishes operation and maintenance procedures to ensure maximum efficiency
• Comply with all requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act Electrical Code Fire Code Ontario Building Code WHMIS and Board Policies
• Use Building Automation Systems to monitor and track buildings to optimize energy use
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications:

• Valid ON Certificate of Qualification with evidence of experience as a qualified Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic (313A)
• Gas Fitter 1 License is a must have
• Ozone Depletion Prevention Card (ODP)
• Ability to maintain a work schedule with minimum supervision
• Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills
• Passion for a positive customer service experience with staff students and the public
• Willingness and demonstrated ability to perform all requirements of the position
• Current Ontario drivers license with an acceptable drivers abstract and access to a reliable vehicle
• Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety regulations as well as the WHMIS program
• Ability to prioritize tasks and continually assess risks
• Post-secondary technical education and BAS-related experience would be considered an asset
• Other relevant Ministry certificates such as Mechanic Electrician (Construction or Maintenance or Industrial) Millwright Plumber Electronics Pneumatics Controls Engineering 3rd Class Oil Burner Mechanic would be considered an asset
• Familiarity with a computerized work order system would be considered an asset
• Basic computer skills (Word and Excel) would be considered an asset

APPLICATION DETAILS

Candidates are invited to submit their application which includes a cover letter and resume through Apply To Education no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 1 2 2025. To submit your application click the Apply button at the top of the page or visit: . While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information refer to the UGDSBs Criminal Record Check requirements.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING

Employment Equity

The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity including but not limited to:

• First Nations Inuit and Métis peoples and all other Indigenous peoples
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations gender identities and gender expressions
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race ancestry ethnicity colour religion and/or spiritual beliefs or place of origin
• Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities

At UGDSB we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully thrive and reach their full potential. Please visit Safe Equitable and Inclusive Schools to find out more about equity diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.

Accommodation & Accessibility

We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process please contact .

November 5 2025